November 07, 2025 (MLN): EXIM Bank of Pakistan has appointed Mr. Shahbaz H. Syed as its new President & Chief Executive Officer.

A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Mr. Shahbaz brings over 30 years of global experience in trade finance, risk management, and leadership roles at institutions such as Saudi EXIM Bank, Export Development Canada, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), and the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC).

During his first All-Hands session at the EXIM Bank Head Office, Mr. Shahbaz expressed his gratitude and vision for the institution, stating:

“I am honoured to have been appointed to serve Pakistan by leading the country’s official Export Credit Agency, and look forward to developing sustainable financial solutions with Team EXIM, which will empower Pakistani exporters in their global expansion, and contribute towards a positive trade balance.”

Addressing EXIM Bank staff, he further emphasized the importance of institutional pride and collective mission.

“Just as we all have an established belonging to Pakistan, we must all develop a similar belonging to this newly established institution and pursue the agency’s mission with the national spirit and resilience Pakistanis are known world over for, and consider our service to this institution as an honour and matter of pride.”

The Board and management of EXIM Bank have extended their full support and confidence in Mr. Shahbaz’s leadership as he steers the organization into a new era of growth and strategic development.